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PowerShelter Kit II

THIS PRODUCT TEMPORARILY DISCONTINUED UNTIL SPRING 2021

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Installation in walk-in shed
(up to 15,000 watt generators)		 Installation in Suncast BMS2500 & BMS3400 garden sheds
(7,999 watt generators maximum)		 Suncast BMS4700 shed (15,000 Watt generators maximum)
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(NOTE: Kit includes parts to convert shed.  Shed must be purchased separately. Fully assembled version includes shed.)

Generator Enclosure Kit
Converts most metal walk-in garden sheds
into an enclosure for your portable generator.
Works with Suncast model BMS2500 storage shed available from Lowes and BMS3400 from Home Depot.
Also works with larger BMS4700 shed.  Buy our kit if you will obtain shed locally or from online retailers.
Or buy our assembled version which includes the shed.

The PowerShelter™ Kit II is designed to convert most metal walk-in type garden sheds so they can house your portable generator outdoors for both storage and operation.  This kit also worked with the now discontinued Suncast GS2000 series shed.

 

Design Features

  • Weather protected design for storage, maintenance and operation of generator
  • High temperature cutout provided to automatically shutdown generator if fan cooling is lost (reduces chance for engine damage or fire if fan is blocked or stops running)
  • Large ventilation openings to dissipate engine and exhaust heat
  • Digital carbon monoxide detector and alarm included to warn of ventilation malfunctions (provided with kits for walk-in sheds only)
  • Vents with automatic louvers to keep out rain, birds, rodents and most insects.
  • Suitable for air-cooled gasoline, diesel, natural gas or propane fueled gensets.  Call if your engine is liquid cooled (has a radiator).
  • High capacity fan to cool engine
  • PowerShelter can be used with recoil or electric start models
  • Fan and solenoid operator for intake shutter powered from two spare 120VAC outlets on generator
  • Kit comes with detailed assembly and installation instructions
  • Wire cage fan guard that meets OSHA requirements is provided inside shed to reduce possibility for personal injury due to moving fan blades
  • High temperature furnace refractory board available as an option for mounting to inside wall to deflect hot exhaust gasses
  • Optional second screen guard can be installed sandwiched between fan and outlet shutter to prevent reaching through shutter from outside when fan is running


OTHER ADVANTAGES:
  • Most sheds can be locked to keep your generator secure from theft
Storing your generator in this shelter frees up storage space in your garage, shed or basement for other uses
  • Electrical plug connections are made in a dry weather-protected environment which reduces shock hazards during bad weather

Makes it easier to startup and connect your generator during a power outage because it is always ready to go -- no dragging generator outside during the outage or bad weather to use it.

 

PowerShelter™ Kit II comes with detailed assembly instructions.  After you purchase the shed locally, the installation of the kit takes a few hours.  The major installation steps are:

  1. Select proper location of generator and vents in shed.

  2. Select method for routing power cable out of shed.

  3. Cut two square vent holes in shed walls (if possible before assembling shed).

  4. Install outlet shutter fan.

  5. Install intake shutter and motor operator.

  6. Route and connect all power wiring.

  7. Install high temperature cutout on generator and test for proper operation.

  8. Mount exhaust deflector or exhaust adaptor.

  9. Test generator along with fan and intake damper.

 

Technical Details

  Small non-walk-in Sheds
 (and BMS2500, BMS3400)		 Large Walk-in Sheds Large non-walk-in Sheds
 (and BMS4700)

Generator ratings

 up to 7kW up to 7kW 8-15kW 8-15kW

Exhaust Fan Rating

 1/10 hp 1/10 hp 1/3 hp 1/3 hp
Exhaust Fan
Shutter Size (nominal)*		 16" square 16" square 20" square 20" square
Intake Shutter
Size (nominal)* 		 20" square 24" square 30" square 30" square
Approx Rated
Air Flow (cfm@ 0" SP) 		 2,900 2,900 5,000 5,000
Fan/Solenoid Amps @ 120V 1.0 / 0.26 1.0 / 0.26 3.5 / 0.26 3.5 / 0.26
Power Required (VA)** 150 150 450 450

CO Monitor Included?

 no yes yes no

** Power requirements for fan motor plus solenoid operator on intake shutter.  Derate generator Wattage by this figure.
  * When framing a rough opening add 1/2" to these dimensions.  So, for a 16" square shutter frame the opening at 16.5" x 16.5".
     When cutting a tight opening in BMS shed wall add 1/8" to these dimensions.  So, for a 16" square shutter frame the opening at 16.125" x 16.125".

 

DISCLAIMER
We have designed this kit with safety in mind.  However, whenever fuel is used to operate an engine generator there is always a risk due to fire, exhaust gases and electric shock.  This kit will not eliminate those risks.  If a fire develops, metal sheds will not contribute to the spread of the fire but sheds made of flammable materials could feed a fire.  Therefore we recommend the use of sheds made of non-flammable materials.   WARNING -- failure to follow the directions for construction and use of this product can cause serious injury to persons and property.  Read all directions fully before attempting to modify your shed and use only as directed.  We DO NOT recommend that this kit be installed in any space that is part of a dwelling or attached to a dwelling.

LOCATION
If you need to prepare the mounting pad before delivery contact us for a pad layout and locate the pad as follows:
  * within easy wiring distance to your transfer switch
  * away from bedrooms and other rooms where engine noise could be annoying
  * at least 5 feet from any building opening such as windows, doors, vents, soffit vents, etc.
  * at least 5 feet from structures having combustible walls
  * at least 5 feet from combustible material
  * at least 5 feet clearance to any overhead structure, overhang, or tree
  * not under a deck
  * where exhaust cannot accumulate in any nearby occupied area
  * allows space to open front door and to move generator in and out
  * meets any additional requirements of your local codes and Fire Marshal

SHED PURCHASE SUGGESTIONS:
Metal garden sheds can be purchased locally at many home centers such as Lowes.  Costs start at about $230.00.  The Suncast BMS2500 storage shed can be purchased at Lowes.  The similar Suncast BMS3400 can be purchased at Home Depot.  But these are limited to generator sizes up to 7999 watts.  Note also that the Suncast sheds are made of plastic resin and will burn if exposed to fire.  And even though they have provision for a padlock they are not very theft resistant.  A determined thief during a power outage could break into the shed and steal the generator.

TRANSFER SWITCH & PANEL SUGGESTIONS:
If you do not already have a transfer switch or panel you may click here to order one from our wide selection.  You will also need to obtain any necessary building wire and a junction box locally if you wish to hard wire from the transfer switch to the PowerShelter. We also sell panel interlock kits here.

PORTABLE GENERATOR SUGGESTIONS:
If you do not already have a portable generator, view our selection online by clicking here.

 

THIS PRODUCT TEMPORARILY DISCONTINUED UNTIL SPRING 2021

 

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